General Dentist

VanTech Dental Partners; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice insurance

Growth opportunities

Credentialing-based pay

Job summary

On Demand Kare in Kentucky is seeking a compassionate General Dentist to provide comprehensive care primarily through mobile dental vans, supporting clinics, events, and outreach across the state. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and collaboration with hygienists, assistants, and staff.

Kentucky license and DDS/DMD required; enjoy a dynamic, community-focused practice environment.

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school.
• Active Kentucky dental license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Current professional certifications and credentials required to practice dentistry in Kentucky.
• Experience as a licensed dentist preferred; new graduates are welcome.
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to high-quality care.
• Excellent communication and ability to build trust with patients of diverse ages.
• Willingness to work in mobile and community-care environments.
• Proficient with electronic patient records and dental technology.
• Dependable, adaptable, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive dental exams and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide preventive, restorative, emergency, and general dentistry services.
• Conduct procedures such as fillings, crowns, extractions, dentures, root canals.
• Explain diagnoses and treatment options clearly to patients.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and treatment notes.
• Collaborate with hygienists, assistants, and staff to coordinate care.
• Follow infection-control and safety standards.
• Support mobile clinics and outreach programs as scheduled.
• Travel to approved Kentucky service locations.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

DDS or DMD

KY license eligibility

Credentialing-ready

Tools

EHR systems

Digital imaging

Digital radiography

Practice-management software

Job description

On Demand Kare is a non-profit, patient-centered dental organization serving individuals and families throughout Kentucky. We believe dental care should be accessible, convenient, and thoughtfully designed around each patient’s needs.

Through our dental practices and fully equipped mobile dental units, we provide high-quality care in both traditional and community-based settings. Our team combines advanced technology, clinical expertise, and a calm, approachable style to help patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their care.

Position Overview

On Demand Kare is seeking a compassionate and skilled General Dentist to join our growing team. The dentist will provide comprehensive care primarily through our mobile vans, fully equipped with a dental office, fulfilling opportunities to support mobile clinics, community events, and outreach programs throughout Kentucky.

The ideal candidate is clinically confident, adaptable, committed to excellent patient experiences, and comfortable caring for patients from a wide range of ages and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive dental examinations, diagnose oral-health conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide preventive, restorative, emergency, and other general dentistry services within the dentist’s training and scope of practice.
• Perform procedures that may include fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, dentures, root-canal treatment, and other appropriate services.
• Clearly explain diagnoses, treatment options, expected outcomes, and financial considerations so patients can make informed decisions.
• Educate patients and families about oral hygiene, preventive care, and long-term oral health.
• Maintain complete and accurate clinical records, treatment plans, consent documentation, and procedure notes.
• Work collaboratively with hygienists, dental assistants, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Follow all applicable infection-control requirements, clinical protocols, safety standards, and professional regulations.
• Help create a calm, respectful, and welcoming environment for every patient.
• Participate in mobile dental services, community events, and outreach programs when scheduled.
• Travel to approved service locations within Kentucky as needed.
• Contribute to On Demand Kare’s continued growth, clinical quality, and commitment to expanding access to care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.
• Current Kentucky dental license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain one before beginning employment.
• Current professional certifications and credentials required to practice dentistry in Kentucky.
• Previous experience as a licensed dentist is preferred; qualified new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong clinical judgment and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with patients of different ages and backgrounds.
• Willingness to work in both office-based and mobile or community-care environments.
• Comfort using electronic patient records, practice-management systems, digital imaging, and other dental technology.
• Dependability, adaptability, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Why Join On Demand Kare?

Joining On Demand Kare is an opportunity to practice in a mobile community-focused environment where clinical excellence and accessibility go hand in hand. You will work with a collaborative team committed to making dental care more convenient, personalized, and comfortable for patients throughout Kentucky.

Additional Benefits

• Malpractice insurance
• Growth and partnership opportunities
• Compensation structure will transition from a day rate to a percentage of collections following credentialing